Actuator Technician

R 15 000 - R 30 000 (+ company car and cell phone)

Pinetown. A well-established company is seeking an experienced, hands‑on Technician with 3–5 years’ experience in an industrial electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical environment
. This role is suited to a self-motivated professional who can work independently on site and confidently interface with clients during commissioning and shutdown activities.

• Install, configure, and commission electric and pneumatic valve actuators
• Troubleshoot and repair actuator electrical, mechanical, and control systems
• Set up actuator travel limits, torque settings, and feedback signals
• Conduct functional testing and loop checks
• Interpret wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, P&IDs, and technical manuals
• Liaise with clients, engineers, and site personnel during commissioning and handover
• Compile commissioning, service, and fault‑finding reports
• Adhere to all site safety requirements, permit systems, and company procedures

• Recognised technical qualification or completed apprenticeship
• Valid driver’s licence
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an industrial electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical environment (valve actuator experience advantageous)
• Installation and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment
• Electrical and control fault‑finding
• Experience working on industrial, petrochemical, refinery, or heavy industrial sites
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong electrical and instrumentation fault‑finding skills
• Solid understanding of actuator mechanics and valve operation
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Professional communication and strong client‑facing ability
• High level of safety awareness

• OEM actuator experience (e.g.
  AUMA, Rotork, or similar
  )
• Hazardous area (
  Ex
  ) experience
• Exposure to DCS / PLC interfaces
• Willingness to travel and work shutdowns or extended hours when required